• Perched in Alston, Cumbria in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the North Pennines. • Great location with all the views of the green surrounding area. • Features a two-storey layout • Accommodates up to 5 guests with 2 king beds and 1 single sofa bed. • Private Kitchen: It boasts a large fully equipped kitchen, ideal for group get-togethers. • Bedrooms: Two double bedrooms with king beds, one on the ground floor, the other on the first floor. • Private Bathrooms: The master bedroom boasts a large en suite with a shower and the main bathroom with a bath. • Lounge & Game Room: The lounge has a log burner, and an open galleried landing providing an ideal reading corner. The games room also features a football table for your entertainment. • Pet-Friendly: Poppythorn Cottage welcomes your furry friends. (up to two pets, charges apply) • Please note that dogs must be kept on leads in public areas and cleaned up after. • Free Wi-Fi & smart TV are available. • Free parking space is avaibale. • Carlisle Lake District Airport is a 50-minute drive. • 35 minutes from Stanhope Train Station. • Newcastle International Airport is 1 hour and 5 minutes away. • Firewood bundles are available upon request for an applicable charge. • The Smart TV only supports streaming services like Netflix, and guests need to use their own accounts to log in and watch. • Some convenient household amenities are available upon request. An Iron, an ironing board, and a travel cot are available for your use upon request. (The travel cot is convenient for young children, not infants) • Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on the premises, except in the designated outdoor smoking area. Any evidence of smoking outside this area will result in financial charges.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
The pet fee is £25 per pet per stay.
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is strictly prohibited indoors.
Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on the premises, except in the designated outdoor smoking area.
The lead guest must be 18 years or older.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Alston
Alston is home to this cottage. Weardale Museum and Killhope Lead Mining Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at De Vere Slaley Hall Spa and New Mills Trout Fishing Park.
Is Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room?
As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room on 18 July 2026 start from AU$303, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Poppythorn Cottage • Duplex • Free Wi-Fi • Nature Retreat • Cosy • Game Room located?
Situated in Alston, this cottage is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Weardale Museum and 11.8 mi (19 km) from North Pennines. Long Meg and Her Daughters and Northumberland National Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).